July 20, 2017 Planning Board Staff Notes Packet Planning Board
Staff Notes
June 20, 2017
Minutes of Apra 118th April 25th
Draft l i — grant/deny minutes, approval
Administrative:
Subdivision Final Stage PZ 256-2016 Bonner r.
Michael C rman
No, Public Hearing
Draft resolution — brant/deny 6 month extension
Sunny Barest
"now
Frorn: Craig Brown
Sent: ' ednesday, June 07, 20,17 8,A2 AM
To: Sunny Sweat
Subject: FW; Dorman Subdivision
Thanks!
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From., Thomas CenterJr [maiItD:tcenter36@yahoo.corn)
Sent: Tuesday, June 06, 2017 9-�40 IPM
To: Craig Brolwn; Laura Mocre
Subject, Dorman Subdivision
Craig, pllea.5e accept this ernad as a formal r8quiast for the Planining Board to grant a 6 month extension to obtain outside
agency approvals. The field work for the archaeological reports has been, completed'with nothing found and) we are
awaiting the finall report to SHIP O and the official signor f from SHPO for our final submission and filing at the couinty.
Please p[ace this on the next agenda.
'Tom Center Nace Enginlearl'ng, P.C.
TOWN OF QUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RE SOLUTION—GRANT/ DENY EXTENSION REQUEST
Subdivision Final Stage PZ 2516-2016 Michael Dorman
Tax Map ID 295.11-1-5 / Property Address: Bonner Drive/Zoning: MDR
MOTION TO APPROVE A SIX MONTH EXTENSION FOR, SUBDIVISION FINAL STAGE PZ
256-2016 MICHAE4 L DORMAN, Introduced by who moved for its adoption, seconded
by
Duty adopted this 20'day o�f June, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
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Administrative:
Site elan PZ 169-2016, State Route
J&D Mannai
No Public Hearing
Orae resolution — grant/deny 12 month extension
IV A 7FR� �i INI /A7
June 7, 2017
Town of Queensbury
742 lay load
Queensbury,NY 1 804
., ttn: Craig Brown. Director of Planning and Zoning
RE: J&1) Mariana,LLC - Castaway Marina Indoor beat Storage
2585 State Route 9L, Town of Queensbury,NY
'Tax Map ID: 210.5-1-31.23
Site Plan PZ 169-2016/ Special Use Per-nit PZ 170-2016
Dear lir. Brown:
We were granted Site Pias Approval and a Special Use Pernxit for the above-referenced project
on July 1' , 20 16 by the Town Queensbury Planning: Board. We have not commenced
construction on the project due,to required coordination with the Lake George Park Commission
fuer modifications to our Class A Manna Perm,it and the time needed for final building design, and
negotiations with the building,supplier. The Marinna,Permit was granted, on Jenne 2, 2017 andwe
will now be applying for a building permit and swing construction within approximately one
month-
Our
o nth—Dery site plan approval from the Town of Queensbury expires on July 19, 2017. We, therefore,
respectfully regaaeat that the Planning Board grant 'us a erre-year extension of our site plan
approval to allow us to construct tlne project during the summer and fall of 2017. Please Contact.
the: undersigned if any additional innfa nnnaation is required for the Planning 'Board to consider this
extension.requnest.
Sincerely,
Thalia Chase
Owner
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TOWN OFQUEENSBURY PLANNING BOARD
RESOLUTION-GRANT/DENY EXTEN SION RE QUEST
SITE PLAN P 169-2016 &, SPECIAL USE PEJWIT PZ 170-201.6,J&DMA RINA, LLC.
Tax Map ID. 240.5-1-31.23 /Property Address: 2585 State Route 9L/Zoning: WR
MOTION TO APPROVE A ONS YEAR EXTEiNSION FOR SITE PLA N' PZ 169-2016 & SPECIAL
USF, PERMIT PZ 170-2016 J&D NIARINA,, LLC'.,- Introduced by who moved for its
adoption, seconded by
Duly adopted this 206day'of June,201,7 by the following vote:
AYES-
NOES:
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Site Pan 22-2017 , Special U! Per 5-2 !
208 Corinth Road
Fastrac Markets, LLC
Public I ing continue
SR Unlisted
Draft resolution, — grant/deny i plan appr va l'
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
June 2,0, 2017
Site Plan 22-2017 FAA' RAC MARKETS,, LLC
Special Use Permit 5-2017 220 Corinth Road / Cl-18 –Commercial Intensive Ex it 18 /Ward 4
SEQR Type Unlisted
Material Review: application, narrative, traffic, ston-nmater, drawing set
Parcel History: PZ 511- 1 PZ 69-2016 Hotel:, DISC 2-2017, AV 18-2017, SV 3-2017
Reguested Action
Planning Board review and approval for a 5,800 sq. ft., convenience store with 7,782 sq. ft, fuel canopy and
2,008 sq� ft. diesel canop ,
Resolutions
1, E .
2, Planning Board decision
Pro R ect Des criptio'"
Applicant proposes, a 5,800 sq. ft. convenience store with 7,782 sqw ft, fuel canopy and 2,008 sq. ft. diesel
canopy, Project includes clearing 2.15 acre: parcel, installation of new, curb out on Corinth Road, 2 new curb,
cuts on private drive and other site work. Applicant proposes waivers from landscaping requirements –from
buffering. Project subject to l-1 special use permit.. Pursuant to Chapter 179'-3-040 & 1794 0 of the Zoning
Ordinance, new commercial use shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff Comments
Location-The project site is, at 220 Corinth.Road on the:west side of Exit 18 McDonalds.,
Arrangement- The project as proposed includes,construction of a one- story 5, 800 sq ft convenience store
with fUel service:. The project also includes clearinthe 2.15 acre parcel.
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• Site Design- Fuel pumps with a canopy to the side of the building is also proposed with 10 fuel pumps. A
diesel service station is proposed with 3 punips,
• Building —The building is to be located 133 ft to the Corinth Rd property line and is,compliant for setback&
The building will face Corinth Rd. The information indicates the building height will be 26 ft, The building
is also to have a drive-thru on the north side of the building,
• Signage-The applicant proposes a wall sign at the front of the building facing Corinth and a wall sign on the
Fuel Canopy. A free standing sign is also proposed. The hotel monument sign is,to be relocated to the
west side ofthe private drive:and will, no longer be on the prope.rty line —change recently made in May of
2017. Variance:was granted for the number of wall signs specific to location as described.
• Site conditions-The site will be cleared and graded to accommodate the development. The site is proposed
to be 79% impermeable where a, variance requested for permeability was granted.
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o Traffic- The site will have 10 fuel pumps (20 fueling positions). Access is planned with a new curb cut onto
Corinth Rd that will allow only rightin and right out, Two additional curb cuts will be placed along the new
private drive, The site plan shows 39 spaces and has three:spaces at the frontt,for larger vehicles —tourist
traffic (trailemboats tow-behinds). The applicant has,revised plans that show an interconnect location with
the McDonald's property. The applicant's traffic report provides,an analysis with the HA report,as
required .for the special use permit criteria. The updated report (5/8/2017) indicates that there will be 29
additional trips in the morning peak hour and 17 less trips during the evening peak hour cornpared to the
build-out analysis in the CH A report. The application with traffic has been provided to Chazenfor review
and cornment. Warren County D�PW has indicated the applicant will be responsible for the striping per the
CHA report—plans have been updated to reflect striping.
0 Site layout and utility plan—The existing site will require connections to the electric, water etc for the
building location and canopies on site. The project includes connection to Town sewer also.
* Grading and drainage plan, Sediment and erosion control —the:project as identified in the SWPPP will
disturb about 2.155 ac.,
0 Landscape plan—the applicant has provided a landscaping,plan maple, spruce and hack berry noting
substitution of species due to availability and preference:—Board should consider requesting native plantings
and compliant plantings note should be on landscape plan. Also plans include a mixture of shrubs,and other
low level plantings for the site. A waiver is requested for the landscaping strip of 10 ft that is required and 4
ft is proposed.
o Site lighting plan- The: plans show the lighting scheme around the site, building and both the gas and diesel
canopies, This overall lighting lumens show staying on site. The canopies guidance is to average 10 foot
caridles where the site proposed for the diesel 27from 39.7 avg. and the fuel is at 33.37 frorn 61.7'7. The
board should consider,requesting clarification and discuss, as a waiver as the foot candles proposed are more
than the guidance.,
a Site details- The information submitted indicate the business is open 24 hours a day and will have freshly
prepared foods,as, a mejor component of'the store services.
a Elevations the applicant has included all four elevation sides—where the north side of the building will
have a drive thru area.
a Floor plans-the:plans show the internal arrangement for food aisles, check out,, and restrooms,. The floor
plan will need to be updated to show,the west entrance,as,the fuel canopy is on the west side of the building.
Pursuant to Section 179-9-050, the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written
request of an applicant. The applicant has requested a waiverfrorn the design guidelines to have parking at the
front of the building to direct traffic to the side of the building for fuel services, and landscape strip at Oft versus
10 ft. A waiver from dive a ° spacing standards for projects that are on arterial reads 330 ft per 0-900 Peak Hour Trips
where they Propose 40 ft and a waiver froni fbotoaiidle average illumens exceeds 10 fair bode canopies.
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Special Use Permit Criteria:
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special use permit is, required. as outlined in the CI 18 Section 179-1 -0,70 for i rnp I ementation of tra 'li c
improvements,
Harm, oy with the Comprehensive Pian—The proj ect site is located in the C 1®1 zonin g district al I owing
commercial busin,es,ses to seek site plan approval.
Compatibility—the:project site area is,currently seeing a trend of commercial development.
Access, circulation and parking,—the site development has,located the fuel station to the side:of the structure:and
as provided two access points to, a private drive to,utilize the lighted intersection. The applicant has, restricted
the direct movement on Corinth Rd access torights in only, and right out only. In.addition, the applicant:has
shown a cress connection for vehicles, and, pedestrians,with the adjoining M.cDon,alds,property.
Infrastructure and services,—the project proposed to, connect to, existing utilities, in the area.
Environment and natural features —the protect;requires compliance with the s,tormwater pollution prevent,ion
plan due to, the disturbance more than an acre.
I,ong-term, effects—the applicant has, indicated the development will.be part of the developing commercial
corridor providing access for travelers, and.residents in the: area.,
Specific Criteria —
T'be applicant has submitted a traffic study that has been forwarded to the Town Designated Engineer
for review and eomment. The applicant has, also been providedwith comments from the County, noting
the striping at then est side of the intersection at Corinth and Rig,Bay is to be col"pleted as part of the
project proposed.
Items below outline thecriteria that im
s to be corny withjnthe,gLud,
BB,.. .All uses in the CIA 8 Zone/Distriet. In addition to the application requirements for Special Use Permit as,
identified in 179-10-040 all applicants for new or modified uses, in the CIA 8 District shall provide the
following,
(1),A, schematic plan depicting the floor area of all proposed, uses. The plan shall include a description of the
planned uses utilizing the: Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Land Use Codes as contained in the latest
edition of the rf E "rrip,Generation Manual or a similar successor,publication). Land use cartes -3101 Hotel, 710
,fice, Bank with Drive thru 912, and 853 icon venfence market with fue
(2)An.estimate of the trip generating characteristics of the planned uses utilizing the note ITE reference, Should
a projectnot fall within an ITE, and Use Code, docurnented trip generating characteristics of sufficient sample
size may be substituted subject to, the approval of the Town Engineer, Project trip generalionnd PM
102.
(3)A traffic impact analysis or traffic study) shall be prepared consistent with generally accepted industry
practices (including ITE and NYSDOT'guidelines). The NYSDOT Highway Design Manual Chapter 5 shall
serve as the standard. 1"he Town and/or its designees rmay stipulate the form,, scope and, content of the analysis,
The applicant has uldized'201 0 I-Bgh",ay Capacity manual guidefines.
Applicants are required to comply with t'heE.xit IS Rezone (Traffic] Study dated February 7016 ,as prepared
by CHA in preparing the project traffic studyas noted below in Stibsection ffiLa:), & and U6. Applicants are
subject to the following conditions:
(a)Access to Big Boom Road, ig BaY Road, Main Street, Corinth Road and impacts, to roadways shall
be provided consistent with the Exit 18 Rezone [Traffic] Study. Additional improvements are in,
provided by the Hotedpro pert)o.
(b),S,ite specificaccess and intersectionimprovernents, as, described in the Exit 18 Rezone study shall be
completed by individual applicants where the project is,contributing traffic to an affected intersection.
The County has, requested1he intersevion heading east Aould be striped per the Exit 18'Rezone s,,f u)p—
,plan rqflecthe striping, The Town"s Engineer shall advise the Planning Board, during its review process
and before it issues any approvals,, about which improvements the applicant should be required to
construct.
(c)Where the trip generating characteristics of a proposed project exceed those contemplated and
examined in the Exit 18 Rezone [Traffic,11 Study, the project applicant:may be required to,reduce:the size
or scale of the project so as to reduce the trip generating characteristics of the project. The applican't has
indi,cated the project generates an addiflonal 1'2 trips in a day,morethan a bank with a drive thru that
was proposed,
(5)The Town may utilize a developer's agreement to memorialize the conditions of approval. The purpose of
such development agreement shall be to establish., in writing and for the benefit of both parties,, the specific
parameters, conditions and requirements of the approval which has been granted, by the Maiming Board and
upon which the applicant may rely in proceeding to arrange the financing and constniction of the planned
development,, including any public improvements and/or land dedications required, in connection.therewithA
de-veloper's ag7-eement has not been proposed afthis time.
Nature of'Varlance
Permeability variance was, granted 3/22/17.The applicant r—equests variance for Permeability'Where 30% is
required and project proposed to have 21%.
Sign Variance was, granted on 5/18/17—where two wall signs were approved onefiar the fuel canopy and the
building front, -main building sign is proposed to be 78.13 sq fi,, fuel canopy sign at 22.2 sq .ft
Summary
The applicant has completed a site plan review application for the construction of a new convenience store with
fuel and drive-thru along with associated site work. The applicant hadbeen tabled at the previous, meetings
noting engineering comments from Chaz,en to be addressed.
Meeling,Hi= PB,: discussion 1i : ip7, meeting 3/ ;1/17, 3128/17 (tabled). ZB A: 3122117 (tabled), 51/17/17
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Towii of Queensbury Planning board
SEQR RESOLUTIONGrant Positive or Negative Declaration,
Site Plan 22-2017 & Spacial Use Permit -2017 FASTRAC MARKETS, LLC
Tax Map ID: 309.1: -1- d Property Address: 220 Corinth Road/Zoning, 1-1
The applicant proposes a 5,81010 sq. I convenience store with 7,7112 sad. t. frbel canopy and 2,008 sq. ft„ diesel
canopy. Project includes clearing 2.15 acre parcel, installation of new curb cut on Corinth Load, 2 new curb
cuts On private drive and other site work. Applicant proposes waivers fe rn landscaping requirements. Project
subject to CI-18 special use permit. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-10 of the Zoning Ordinance, new
eorrnrrn reial use shall be subject to Planning,Board review and approval.
The Planning Bow has determined that the proposed project -and Planning Board aortia is subject to review
under r thy, State Environmental Quality Review Act;
The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Prrvirorrrrrental Conservation
Regulations, implementing the State Environmental Quality Review ,het and, the regulations of the Town of
Queensbury;
No Federal or other,agencies are involved,
Part 1 of the Long EAF has been completed by the applicant;
Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning,
Board as lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment, and,,
therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is
issued.
MOTION TO GRANT A POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION N FOR SITE
PLAN 22-2017 & SPECIAL USE PERMIT'” -2017 FASTRAC' MARKETS, LLCJxitroduced b
who moved for its adoption.
As perthe resolution prepared by staff.
1. fart Il of the Long,EAF lavas been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board.
2. Part Ill.of the Lugg E .1 has been reviewed and completed by the Planning board.
Or
Part III of the Long EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially
moderate to large impacts,
Duly adopted this 20"'day of June, 21117 by the following vote:
AYES
NOES
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RESOLUTION—Grant/ Denny Site Plain Approval
Site Plain -2017 & Special Use Perm, it -2017 FASTRAC MARKErS, LLC'
Tax Map IIS: 30'x.13-1-, /PropertyAddress: 220 Corinth Rd. f Zoning: 1-1
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board; Applicant proposes a 5,810 sip, ft.
cornvoanicnce store with 7,782 sq, ° . fuel canopy and 2,008 sip. ft'. diesel canopy. Project includes clearing
2.15 acre parcel, .installation of new curb cut on Corinth load, 2 new curb cuts on private drive and other site
work. Applicant proposes waivers from. 'landscaping requirements. Project subject to 'I-1 8 special use
permit. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 & 179-10 of the Zoning, Ordinance, new commercial use shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbury Zoning Coda-Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning
Board has determined that this proposal satisfies than••requirements as stated in the Zoning Code;
As required by General Municipal Law 'Section 239-ran the site plan application was, referral to the Warren
County Planning Department for its recommendation,
The Planning Board has reviewed the potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State
Environmental Quality Review Act S and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration— Determination
of Non-Significance
The Planning Board opened a public hearing, on the 'Site plan application on 03/28J2017 arnd continued the
public hearing to 05/18/2017 & 06/2017, when it was closed,
The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments
made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 06/2 f 17;
The Planning board determines that the application. complies with the review considerations and standards
set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval,
MOTION TO APPIR / DISAPPROVE SITE PIAN 22-2017 & SPECIAL USE PERMIT 5-201"
A TRA MARKETS,1�LC; Itntroduced by who rnnoved, for its adoption.
According to the draft resolution prepared by Staff with thefollowing:
:
1) Waivers requested granted/denied;
2. Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
a) The limits of clearing will constitute a no-cul buffer r zone,, orange construction fencing shall
be installed around these areas and field venified by Community Development stab,
b) If applicable, the Sanitary Sewer connection plan must: be submitted to the Wastewater
Department for its, review, approval„ permitting and inspection;
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c If curb euuts are being.added or changed, a driveway permit is required. A building perrunit; will not be
issued until the approved driveway permit has been provided to, the Planning ice
d) if application was referred to engineering then Eungiureerin si a-off required prior to signature of
Zoning ,dmin staat r of the approved plans;
e) Final approved plains should have dimensions and, setbacks noted.on the site plan/survey, floor plans
and elevation for the existing rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements;-
f)
proverments -
f) if required,the applicant must submit a copy ofthe following to the'Town:
a. The project NO], (Notice of Intent) ,for coverage uunder the current ''NYS' EC S,PDES General
Permit "ro onstra:ucti n Activity" prior tura the start ofany site work.
b, The project NOT (Notice of Termination)upon completion of the project;
e. The applicant must maintain on their prejeet site, for review h staff.
L The approved final plains that have been stamped by the "1`ow n Zoning Administrator.
These planus must include the project SWPP, " ('Stec, Water Pollution Pre e bon Plan)
when such a plain was,prepared and approved;
ii, The pr9jeet N 01 and proof o `eevera e under the current NYS DEC SPDE S, General
lea lit, or an individual SPDES permit issued for the project if required.
Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan,, must be submitted to the Community
Development Department before airy further review by the Zoning Administrator or Building,and
Codes personnnnel,
h) The applicant must meet with taff after approval and prier to issuance of Building Permit
and/or the beginning of any site work;
i) Subsequent issuance of further perurnits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with
this and all Luther conditions of this resolution;
JAs-built plans,to certify that the site plain is developed. according to the approved plans to be provided
prier to issuance:of the certificate of occurpanc .
lu), 'This resolution is to be placed in its entirety on the final,playas
Duly adopted this 201h day l`Ju ne, 2017 by the following vote:
AYE&
NOES:
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William, Rourke
No u Iiihearing
Draft resolution — Planning Board recommendation
to the Zoning Board , 1
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Town, of Queensbury Planning Board
et Community Development Department Staff Notes
June 0, 17
Site Plan 40�-2017 WILLIAM ROURKE,
2 1, JaRoad /WR— Waterfront Residential/Ward 1.
SEQR Type 11
Material Review: survey'. floor plan, elevation, aerial
Parcel History- 1995 Septic Alt.; AV 38-201,7
Reguested Action
Recommendation to the Zoning' Board of'Appeals for relief requested for setbacks, permeability and, expansion
of non-conforming structure.
Resolutions
PB recommendation
P
Idect Des'Cription
Applicant proposes a 1,935 sq. & addition to existing 494 sq. ft. camp to, include crawl space for mechanicals
and an, attached garage. Project includes removal of 300 sq, ft. detachedgarage and 60 sq. ft. porch, Project
includes permeable pavers for driveway. Pursuant to Chapter 179- 1 -010 of the orung Ordinance, additions
to structures shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is requested for
setbacks, permeability and expansion of non-conforming structure Planning Board shall provide a
recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
stafffowments
* Location- The project site is located at 2 1, fay Road on Glen Lake off of Glen Lake Rd,
o Arrangement- The applicant proposes to maintain the existing 494 sq ft camp and to construct a 1 ,935 sq ft
addition.
o Site Design- The:existing site contains a detached garage and deck.area to be removed (-360 sq ft) and an
existing gravel driveway. The project in,cludes the removal of the gravel driveway and the installation of a
pervious pavement (750 sq ft). The applicant has indicated the intent to leave the existing,trees slid shrubs
on the site.
o Building—The addition is to be 1935 sq ft and will maintain a 3 bedroom dwelling. The addition includes
an attached garage.
0 Site layout and utility plan—The site contains on-site septic and a drilled well. The applicant has supplied
information on the septic system compliance.
o Grading,and drainage plan and Sediment and erosion control —The applicant has indicated gravel will be
installed for stormwater drainage on the new addition.
0 Elevations and Floor plans—the plans show the layout of the proposed addition,with the garage and
bedroom spaces. The addition height is to be 18 ft and the home:is,to have a five ft crawl space for utilities,
Pursuant to Section 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written
request of an applicant. The application ("onn identified as "Requirements" outlines the items to appear on the
site plan or, included as attachments. At the time of application the: applicant has either requested waivers,
indicated the item not applicable or has, not addressed the item/ left check box blank. This includes the follow
items listed under Requirements of the applicant's application- li. signage, k. topography, o. commercial
alterations/ construction details, q. soil logs, s. snow removal.. The project is, residential addition. and the
waivers,requested are typical conunercial related.
Nature of Variance
The proposed building is to be located 1. l from, the south property line where a 1setback is required, In
addition relief is requested for permeability wheie 71% is proposed and required, is 75%.
Summar
The plarming board is to provide a recommendation to the zba in regards to the relief requested for setback and
permeability requirements fo�r the Waterfront zone.
Meeting ffistogFirst rrtieeting
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLU'TION -Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board of Appeals
Area Variance 38-2017 WILLIAM ROURKE
Tax Map ID: 289.10-1-13 / Property Address: 21 Jay'Road/Zoning. WR
The applicant has submitted an application for the following: Applicant proposes a 1,935 sq. ft. addition to
existing 494 sq. ft. camp to include crawl space for,mechanicals and an attached garage. Project includes
rernovat of 300 sq. ft. detached garage and 60 sq., ft. porch, Project includes permeable pavers for driveway'.
Pursuant to Chapter 179- 13-010 ofthe Zon�ing Ordinance, additions to structures shall be subject to Planning
Board review and approval, Variance: Relief is requested dor setbacks,permeability and expansion of non-
conforming stnicture. Planning Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The: Town of Queensbury Zoning Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 1 2 b® requires the Planning Board to
provide a written mcommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both . oning Board
of Appeals & Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in, the variance
application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding cominunit y,
and found that:
MOTION WMAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO TI-EE
ZONING BOARD OF APPE ALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO. 38-2017 WILLIAM ROURKE:
Introduced by who moved its adoption, and
a), The Planning, Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
,cannot be.mitigated with current project proposal.
OR,
b) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concem.
1)
Duty adopted this 0'h day of June, 2017 by the following vote:
YE
NOES
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,site Plan, 44-2017 @ 682 Glen Street
O' Reilly Auto Enterprise, LLC
No public fearing
Draft res lu i .— Planning Board recommenclation
to the ZoningBoard of Appeals
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Town of Queensbu ry Plan n in g,Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
June 20,2017
Site Plan 44-2017 O�'REILLY AUTO ENTERPRISE, LLC
682 Glen Street/C1-Commercial Intensive/ Ward 2
SEQR Unlisted
Material Review: narrative, elevations, site drawings, drainage report
Parcel History: Several sign.permits, several comm. restaurant alteration perm,its as Friendly's and as F'it
Food Fast, DISC 5-2017, AV 41-2017
Reauested Action.
Recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for relief'for building setbacks,
Resolutions
PB recommendation
Project Descrintion
Applicant proposes 7,453 sq. ft. auto parts retail business. Project includes, tear down of an existing 'building
and site work to create two parking areas - one: access from. Rt. 9 and one access from Glendale: Ave. (this is a
corner lot). Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the: Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use: shall be subject to
Planning Board review and approval. Variance: Relief is req'uested for building setbacks. Planning board
shall provide a reconuriendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Staff comments
a Location-Project site is located at 682, Glen Street,
e Arrangement- T'he existing site has 2,,500 sft restaurant building and associated parking to be demolished.
The project includes a new 2,500 sq ft Ibuilding with two parking areas.
a Site Design-The new building is to'be located towards the center of the property. The parking areas are to
be at the front and rear of the building.,
* Building-The building is to be 2,500 sq with the main entrance facing Route 9. There is a sidewalk
along the north side of the building that connects the rear parking area to the front. The rear parking area is
primarily for delivery of auto related,items. The east side of the building/rear delivery door and, an area for
the du mpster location.
o Signage-The plans indicate there is to be a new pole sign and new wall signage. Applicant will need to
provide dimensions of all signage.
Site conditions- The site is an existing restaurant operations that is to be removed regraded,and prepared for
a new parking,building, storinwater fixtures, lighting and landscaping.
e Traffic- The plans show 25 proposed where 38 is required.
a Site layout and utility plan-The proposed new building will be connected to existing water and sewer
utilities, Building will connect to existing electric and phone as well.
o Grading and drainage plan.-The submission included a Drainage report. Report to be updated for a 50 year
storm per 179-6-080
0 Sediment and erosion control An erosion control plan.has been provided as part of the submission
drawings. Silt fence is,noted at the 100 ft buffer line from the designated wetland-note wetland is not on
property but the 1ft buffer is on the project site and is proposed to not be disturbed. (The Board should
highlight that the no-disturbed areas are protected during construction.)
Landscape plan —Plans show a mix of shrubs,, ground cover, and 5 trees. Plantings are also shown around
the sign area
Site lighting plan, li,ghting indicates the average for the sits is 1.42 and is less than the suggested 2.5 foot
candles in the lighting code section,
Elevations and Floor plans- The: applicant has Provided a typical, elevation, floor plan and color scheme:for
the bu,ilding,.
Pursuant to Smtion 1791- -050 the Planning Board maygmt, waivers on its own initiative or at the written
request of an applicant, The applicant has not requested any waivers,at this time.
Nature of Variance
The proposed building i s to 'be: located 2 Ll It from G lendale lir, and.72.6 ft from. Glen St. (1 uta 9) where a 7 5
It setback is required., Relief also requested for the parking requiremBnts where:38 :is required and 25 spaces
area proposed.
surnmaja
The planning,board :is to provide a recommendation to the 2,,ba in regards to the relief requested. fuer setback and
parking regi fireineruts in the Commercial Intensive zone.
Meeting HistoEy: PB Di scussion 4/1 S/17;
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TOWN OF 'RJ EJ4;.dNS Y WATER/WASTE E; L'3.. EN
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hri topiner Hanitn ,torn Alex Benway
Wa r Superintendent Water Treaftnent Plant Ope.rations Enginoer
Acting Wastewater Director
June 12, 2x:17
Mr. Craig Brown, Administrator
Town of Queimsbury Pla nnin oard
742 Bay Rom
Queensbury,New York, 12804
Re: Janne 2017 Planning Board Applications
Dear Craig-
Mycomments regarding the agenda dor theJune 2017 Planning Board applications,.
Site Plan 1111.7-
large service trap application needs to be applied for at the Water Department. Updated,
plans v411 be required to show cut and cap—Application and associated installation
requirements are on the Water Department's ebpa,ge.
"The water lime to the existing,building must be out and capped.
+� NYSDOH Backfiow requirements shall he followed, i.e. , parts cleaning apparatus
Wastewater permit,needs to be applied fbr,at the Wastewater De ent„ lUpd ted Plans
regenired.
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Seer lime needs to ' e 61. Backwater`halve needs to he installed. Manhole covers need
to be pie-kless. An air vent needs to be installed. Details are Rand on Wastewater's
epaige.
scans 1 n 7-1017 11 rrggslaw and Anun l a.el cid
0 A large service tap application needs to be applied for at the Water Department.
Application and associated installation regnrirernents are on theWater Department's
ebpage.
Ilk
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION-Planning Board Recorrunendation to Zoning Board of Appeals
Area Variance 41-2017 O'RE ILLY AUTO ENTERPRISE, LLC
Tax Map ID: 302.7-1-28 /Property Address: 682 Glen Street/Zoning: Cl
The applicant has submitted an application for'the following: Applicant proposes 7,453 sq. . auto parts retail
business. Project.includes tear down of an existing building,and site work to create two parking areas—one
access from Rt. 9 and one access from Glendale Ave. this :is,a.comer lot). Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of
the Zoning,Ordinance, new commercial use shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance-,
Relief is,requested for building setbacks. Planning board shall provide a,recommendation to the Zoning Board
of,Appeals.
The: Town of Queensbury Zoning, Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 J 2 b. requires the Planning Board to
provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that, require: both Zoning Board
of Appeal's & Planning Board approval;
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the vatiance
application as well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding, community,
and found,, that:
MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMMENDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE
ZONING BOARD OF APPE ALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO., 41-2017 0'RE'ILLY AUTO
ENTERPRISE, LLC: Introduted by who moved, its adoption, and
a) The Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
cann,cit be mitigated with current project proposal.
OR
b) The Planning, Board, based on a limited review, has identified the following areas of concern:
1)
Duty adopted this liar'day of June, 2017 by the following vote:
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Subdivision Preli w Stage 11-2017 & Final
Stage 1 - 1 8 92 Eagan Road
Michael Altare
No publici i
Draft resolution _ Planning, Board recommendation
the Zoning Beard of Appeals
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
June 20,2017
Subdi vision Prel. Stage, 11-2017 MICHAEL,ALTARE
Subdivision Final Stage 12-2017 88 & 92 Eagan Road/ WR—Waterfront Residential /Ward I
SEQR Unlisted
Material Review: application, subdivision survey
Parcel History: 1993 Single family dwelling,, AV 40-2017
�Reguested Action
Recommendation to the Zoning,Board of Appeals for relief requested for lack of road frontage.
R' solution
PB recommendation
Proiect Descrintion
Applicant proposes to subdivide4.04, acre parcel into two lots — Lot, I to be 2.02 acres to maintain existing
buildings and house & Lot 2 to be 2.02 acres to remain vacant for future home. Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the
Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of land shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval. Variance:
Relief is sought for lack of road frontage. Planning,Board shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board
of Appeals,.
Staff Comments
Sketch.plan—The applicant has requested a waiver from sketch
PreliniiaMReview—
Layoul plans .—the plans show the existing conditions on the site including the existing lot with the driveway
area, existing buildings on the site, and the existing tree line The proposed legit lune is shown between, the
occupied parcel and the vacant parcel
Construction details — The plans, show existing arrangement on the occupied parcel and the vacant parcel with
the tree fine. The applicant requests a waiverfrom providing the location of the proposed home
Landscape plans—the number of lots does not require landscaping.
Clearing plan —The applicant has indicated no additional, clearing is proposed. The future home will be
constructed in an area that has existing clearing.
Grading and erosion plans —The plans do not show site grading and the applicmit is requesting a waiver fTom
showing site grading. The applicant has indicated that only one future home is proposed and minimal site
disturbance is proposed as it will be in an existing cleared area. The applicant has also indicated the property is
level with ininimal grade:changes.
The Environmental repon-the appli cant:has completed a Long Environmental assessment review for 2 lots.,
u' loci management -the applicant has not provided a stormwater management report and has requested a
waiver. The applicant has, indicated both parcels are 2 ac.and there are no issues,with stormwater.
Fees,-per application.
Waivers-the applicant has requestee waiverfrom stormwater and grading,
Open Space-there,is no proposal f open space .
Sireels-no new streets are proposed, the new lot,and the existing lot, are located on a private road.
Final Stagk-Final Plat-subdivision for 2 lots.
StatelCCorm y agency.-Planning and Zoning Board is the only agenfor 2 lot proposed subdivision.
Other plans reports -no additi onal information provided.
Protected open space -none proposed.
Na,ture of Varianee:�
The applicant is requesting relief from physical road rout age from Eagan,Rd where isrequired neither lot,
has frontage.
Summary
The:Planning Board is to provide a recommendation to the:ZBA in regards to the request f relief fi-orn
physical road frontage and road frontaimensional.requirement.
Meeting Histor
1. PB: First meeting
11 U
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
RESOLUTION -Planning Board Recommendation to Zoning Board ofkppe�ds
,Area Variance 40-2017 MICHAELAIT ARE
Tax Map ID: 309.17-1-2 1 Property Address, 88 & 92 Ega,n Road /Zoning: WR
The applicant has submitted, an application, for the following: Applicant-proposes to subdivide a 4.04 aore parcel
into two lots—Lot I to be 2.02 acres to maintain exis,ting,buildings and house &Lot 2 to be 2.02 acres to
remain vacant for future home, Pursuant to Chapter 183 of the Zoning Ordinance, subdivision of lend shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval. 'Variane: Relief'is sought for lack of road frontage. Planniing
Board, shall provide a recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The TolAm of Queensbury Zon�ing Ordinance, per Section 179-9-070 1 2 b. requires the Planning Board to
provide a written recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for projects that require both Zoning Board
o�f Appeals,& Planning Board approval,
The Planning Board has briefly reviewed and discussed this application, the relief request in the variance
application as, well as the potential impacts of this project on the neighborhood and surrounding community,
and found that:
MOTION TO MAKE A RECOMME NDATION ON BEHALF OF THE PLANNI1jG BOARD TO THE
ZONING BOARD OF APPE ALS FOR AREA VARIANCE NO. 40-2017 MICHAEL ALTARE:
Introduced by_who moved its adoption,and
a) The: Planning Board, based on a limited review, has not identified any significant adverse impacts that
cannot be mitigated with current project proposal.
OR
b) The Planning Board, based on.a limited review, has identified the fbilowing areas of concern:
1)
Duly adopted this 20th day of June, 2017 by the following vote:
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Site flan -20 .7 @ 9173 State Route
Charles Kane
Public hearing scheclulecl
SEQR, Unste�d'
Draft resolution — grant site plan approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
Community Development Department Staff Notes
June 20, 2017
Site Plan 41-2017 CHARLESKANE
9,73 Route 9,/ I— omm, ercial Intensive/Ward 2
SEQR Unlisted
Mater�ial, Review. existing,and proposed site plan, survey, photos
Parcel History: SP 53-1988, SV 71-2002
Reguested .Action
Planning Board review and approval to upgrade two existing auto service buildings — 1,633 sq. ft. service &
1,251 sq. ft. service & office. Project includes auto sale, service and rental.,
Resolufibns
L SEQR
2. PB decision
Proiect Description
Applicant proposes to upgrade two existing auto service buildings —, 1,633 sq. ft. service & 1,251, sq. ft., service
&
office. Project includes auto sale, service and rental. The: 1,633 sq. ft, building to be used for auto detailing,
the 1,251 sq. ft- building for auto service and office. Project includes updated parking, lighting, signage, new,
lawn area at southeast comer and reduced size of curb out. Pursuant to Chapter 129-T-040 of the Zoning
Ordinance, new corn, mercial use shall be subject to Planning Board,review and approval.
Staff comments
a Location-The project is located at 973 Route 9 near the Glen Drive-in.theater.
* Site Design- The site has,two existing buildings that are to remain on- site. The parking area will be
arranged so there are spaces for employees, display of cars for sale/rental, and customer spaces. In addition,
the free standing sign, and planter base are to be rem, owed and no free standing is proposed.
o Building—One building is to be used for auto detailing -1,633 sq ft building on west property line. The
second building is to 'he used, for auto sales and rentals with a portion of the building to,be used for office -
1,251 on south property line.
& Signage-The applicant proposes to remove the free standing sign and utilize the area to access parking and
drive:area on the site. The signage for the building on the west property line was granted a variance for a
second, sign that was 36 sq fl-the applicant proposes the same size sign. The signage for the building,on the
south property line has not been, developed as of yet and will need to meet the sq ft for a wall sign.
0 Traffic- The site layout shows 24 parking spaces as required for the uses proposed. In addition,the
applicant as, shown the vehicles that can be accommodated in the buildings. The west property line building
could accommodate two additional vehicles depending on clients needs.
o Grading and drainage plan—The applicant has indicated the existing storinwater drainage sheet flows to the
existing grass areas. There are no changes to the site for stormwater drainage.
a Landscape plan -The applicant has shown on the plans that about 22,2 sq ft of existing,impervious is to
become lawn area,on the south east corner. In addition, planter units are to be installed around the
office/sales building and along the front of the building
Site lighting -The applicant has indicated new wall mounted down cast fixtures will be installed on the:
building. 'There are:no pole lights on the existing site and none are proposed.
Elevations -theapplicant as shown the photos ofthe existing buildings.
Floot plans -the applicant has shown the vehicle:arrangement that can occur in,the buildings.
No waivers have been requested,
Summary
The applicant hascompleted a site plan alication for the re-use of an existing site and, buildings. for the
operations,of a car sales, rentals, service, and tail,ing. The board may request clarification.on signage, Snow
removal, and light fixtures. ( stion 2 on SEQR Part I to be updated to y,es-Town of Queenshury.)
1' tin First meeting
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Town of Queensbury Planning Board
SEQR RESOLUTION—Grant Positive or Negative Declaration.
Site Plan 41-2017 CHARLES KANE
'Tax Map ID: 296.13-1-19/Property Address: 973 State Route 9 /Zoning: Cl
The applicant proposes to upgrade two existing auto service buildings — 1,633 sq, ft. service & 1,251 sq. fl.
service & office. Project includes auto sale, service and rental. The 1,633 sq. ft. building to be used for auto
detailing, the 1,251 sq. ft® building for auto service and office. Project includes updated parking, lighting,
signage, new lawn, area at southeast comer and reduced size of curb cut. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the
Zoning Ordinance,new commercial use shall be subject to Planning Board review and, approval.
The Planning Board has, determined that, the proposed Project and Planning Board action is subject to review
under the StateEnvironmental Quality Review Act;
The proposed action. considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of EnvironmentalCon w, vation
Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town, of
Queensbury;
No Federal or other agencies are, involved;
Part I of the Short EAF has been completed by the applicant;
Upon review of the: information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensury Planning
Board as lead agency that this, project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment and,
therefore, an environmental impact statement need not be prepared. Accordingly, this negative declaration is
issued.
MOTION TGRANT A POSITIVE DECLARATION OR NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SITE
PLAN 41-2CII.7-CHARLE's DANE. Introduced by _who moved for its adoption.
As per the resolution prepared by staff'.
1. Part, 11 of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board.
�2. Part III of the Short EAF has been reviewed and completed by the Planning Board,.
Or
Part III of the Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not. identify potentially
moderate to large impacts,
Duty adopted this 0"ds ol"June, 2017by the following,vote:
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RESOLUTION— Grant /Deny Site Plan Approval
SITE PLAN 41-2017 CHARLES KANE
Tax Map I.D. 296.13-1-19,/Property Address: 973 State Route 9 t Zoning: CI
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning,Board for Site Plan approval pursuant to Article 9
of the Town zoning, Ordinance for: Applicant proposes to upgrade two existing auto service buildings —
1,h sq., ft. service & 1,251 sq. it. service & office. Project includes auto sale, service and rental.. The
1,633 sq:. It building to be used for auto detailing, the 1,251 sq. ft. building for auto service and office.
Project includes updated parking, lighting, signage, new lawn area at southeast comer and reduced size of
curb cut. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use shall be subject to
Planning Board review and approval.
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town of Queensbuty Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-080, the Planning
Board has detertnined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as,stated in the Zoning Code;
As required by General Municipal Law Section, 239-m the site plan application was referred, to the Warren
County Planning Department for its recommendation;
'The Planning Board has reviewed the: potential environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the: State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and adopted a SEQRA Negative Declaration — Determination
of Non-Significance
The Planning, Board, opened a publichearing on the Site: plan application on 06/20/2017 and continued the
public hearing to 06J20/2017,when it was closed,
The: Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted, by the, applicant and all comments
made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including 06120/20 17;
The Planning Board determines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards
set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval,
MOTION' TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 41-217 CHAPLES KANE, Introduced by
-who moved, for its,adoption;
Per'the draft provided by staff conditioned upon the following,conditions:
1) Waivers request gmte&denied:
2) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution.
a) If application was referred to engineering, then engineering sign- -off required prior to signature of
Zoning Administrator of the approved plans;
b) Final approved plans should have dimensions and setbacks noted on the site plan/survey, floor plans
and elevation for the existing,rooms and proposed rooms in the building and site improvements,
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c) Final approved plans, in compliance with the Site Plan, must be submitted to the Community
Development Department before any further review by the,Zoning Administrator or`Building and
Codes personnel;
d) Tlie applicant must meet with Staff after approval and prior to issuance of Buildffig Permit
and/or the beginning of any, site work;
e) Subsequent issuance of further permits, including building permits is dependent on compliance with
this and all other conditions of this resolution;
As-built plans to certify that the site plan is developed according to the approved plans to be provided
prior to issuance of the certificate of occupancy;
g) Resolution to be placed on final plans in its entirety and legible.
Duly adopted this 20'day of June, 20 1,7 by the following vote-
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Site 142-2017 @ 1439 State Route 9L
Larry Traci Jr. a Adironclack Chainsaw Carvings
Public hearing scheduled
SEAR Unlisted
Draft reso,I ` Io grant/deny site plan approval
Town of Queensbury Planning Board,
Community Development Department Staff Notes
June 20, 2017
Site Plan 42-20,17 LARRY TRACY JR. d/b/a ADIRONDACK CHAINSAW CARVINGS
1439 State Route 9 1 C I —Commercial Intensive/ Ward I
SEER Unlisted
Material T eview: site plan overall site, site plan specific to carving business,photos
Parcel History: SP 46-1986 add wood carving business; SP 50-2014, multiple signs&int. alt, for comm.
tenants
Requested Action
Planning Board review and approval to use a 7'2 +/- sq. ft. area to operate an exterior operation wood cary I ing
business.
Resolutions
I„ SEQR
2. PB decision
Project DLseripdan
Applicant,proposes to use a, 372 +/- sq. ft. area to, operate an.exterior operation wood carving business. Project
includes a Tx12' utility trailer on site and display pieces. No changes to the site, landscaping, lighting,
stormwater or signage. Pursuant to Chapter 179-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Staff comments
e Location-The project site is at 1439 Route 9—parking area of French Mountain Commons.
0 Armngernent- The applicant has indicated the area wil I used for as a chainsaw carving,studio and a place to
sell the carvings. The area is a preexisting parking area for the FrenchMountain Commons outlet. 'The
plans show the location of the trailer to remain on site, and two pop-up canopies for display of carvings.
There is also an area,for display shelves. The applicant has indicated there is a free wood pile area and
camp wood rack for sale. The plans also show twogallon barrels,for rubbish.
a Site Design- The site takes up about 5 spaces on the site that have been.previously used by,outside
businesses. No change in the parking arrangement or traffic travel is proposed. Parking clarification—The
existing site has approximately.22 7 parking spaces—review of aerial photo and review cif grassed area
spaces from preWous site plan (SP46-8�) and Site Plan 46-86 had 251 spaces an drawing including grassed
area spaces.
0 Landscape plan, Site lighting plan, Site details, Utility details, Signage—no changes to, the site are proposed
—no signage at this time.
o Elevations—photos have been provided showing typical arrangement of-canopies, display features and
trailer
Pursuant to Section. 179-9-050 the Planning Board may grant waivers on its own initiative or at the written
request of an applicant. The applicant has indicated no changes to the sites and are not part of the project for the
following requirements: g. site lighting,, h. signage, j stormwater, k. topography, L landscaping, n. traffic, o.
commercial alterations/ construction, details, p floor plans, q. soil logs, r. construction/demolition disposal s,
snow removal..
summ[y
The applicant has completed a site plan application for the exterior operations of a wood,carving buiness to be
located in a,portion of the paved area at the north east comer..
Meeting Histury- First meeting
05,
Town of Queensbury Planning Board
SEQR RE80LUTION—Grant Positive or Negative Declaration
Site Plan 42-2017 LARRY TRACY, JR. d/b/a ADIRONDACK CHAINSAW CARVINGS
Tax Map 1D.: 29,8.-1-55 /Property Address: 1439 State Route 9 /Zoning. CI
The applicant proposes to use: a 372 +/- sq. ft. area to operate an exterior operation wood carving business.
Project includes a 7'xl 2' utility trailer on site and display pieces. No changes to the site, landscaping, lighting,
storm,water or signage!. Pursuant to Chapter 1,79-3-040 of the Zoning Ordinance,,, new commercial use shall be
subject to Planning Board review and approval.
The Planning Board has, determined that: the proposed project and Planning Board action is subject to review
under the State Environmental Quality Review Act;
The proposed action considered by this Board is Unlisted in the Department of Environmental Conservation
Regulations implementing the State Environmental Quality Review Act and the regulations of the Town of
Queensbury;
No Federal or other agencies are involved;
Part I of the Short E,AF has been completed by the applicant;
Upon review of the information recorded on this EAF, it is the conclusion of the Town of Queensbury Planning
Board as, lead agency that this project will result in no significant adverse impacts on the environment' and,
therefore, an environmental impact statement, need not be prepared, Accordingly, this negative declaration is
issued.
MOTION TO GRANT A POSITIVEi DECLARATION 0RNEGAT1VF, DECLARA'TI ONFOIA. SITE
PLAT' 42-2017 LARRY TI R., d/b/a ADIRONDACK CHAINSAW CARVINGS. Introduced by
who moved for its adoption,
As per the resolution prepared by staff.
1. Part 11 of the Short]SAF has, been reviewed and completed by the Plamming Board.
�2. Part III of the Short EAla has been, reviewed and completed by the Planning Board,
Or
Part III of the Short EAF is not necessary because the Planning Board did not identify potentially
moderate to large impacts.
Duly adopted this 20h day of June, 2017 by the following vote:
.AYES:
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Town of Queensibury Planning Board
RE,SOLUTION—Grant/Deny Site Plan Approval
SITE PLAN 42-2017 LARRY TRACY JR, D/B/A ADIRONDACK CHAINSAW CARVINGS
Tax Map ID: 288.-1-55 1 Property Address. 1439 State Route 9 /Zoning. Cl
The applicant has submitted an application to the Planning Board for Site Plan approval pursuant,to Article 9
of the Town zonin,g Ordinance for., Applicant proposes to use a 372 +/- sq. ft. area to operate an exterior
operation wood carving business. Project includes a 7' l2' utility trailer on site and display pieces. No
changes to the site, landscaping, lighting, stormwater or signage Pursuant, to Chapter 179-3-040 of' the
Zoning Ordinance,, new commercial use shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Pursuant to relevant sections of the Town, of Queensbury Zoning Code-Chapter 179-9-08,0, the Planning
Board has determined that this proposal satisfies the requirements as,stated in the Zoning Code;
As required by General Municipal Law Section 23,9-m the site: plan application was referred, to the Warren
County Planning Department for its recommendation,
The Planning Board has, reviewed the potential, environmental impacts of the project, pursuant to the State
Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) and adopted a SEA Negative Declaration— Determination
of Non-Significance
The Planning Board opened a public hearing on the 'Site plan application on 06/20/201.7 and continued the
public hearing to 06/20/2017,When it was closed,
The Planning Board has reviewed the application materials submitted by the applicant and all comments
made at the public hearing and submitted in writing through and including,06/20/2017;
The Planning Board detcrm�ines that the application complies with the review considerations and standards
set forth in Article 9 of the Zoning Ordinance for Site Plan approval,
MOTION TO APPROVE / DISAPPROVE SITE PLAN 42-2017 LARRY TRACY JR. d/b/a
ADIRONDACK,CHAINSAW RUIN S4 Introduced by_who moved for its adoption.
Per the draft provided,by staff conditioned upon the following conditions:
1) Waivers request S-ranted I Beni 4,
2) Adherence to the items outlined in the follow-up letter sent with this resolution
Duty adopted this 0th day of June, 2017 by the following vote:
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/Administrative .-
Site
r i ve
Site I 5-2017, Special Permit 10-2017
Aviation Hospitality
Site, Plan 47-2017 — Ambrosia Diner
Site Play 48-2,017 Aviation Mal
Planning Board seeks lead agency status, related to
listed projectsfor new hotel 1& connector road
No Public Hearing
Draft resolution — grim e i t seek lead
agency autos
Town of Queensbury Planning Board,
Community Development,Department Staff Notes
June 20, 20 17
Site, Plan 45-20 17' AVIATION HOSPITALITY, LLC
Special Use Permit 10-2017 524.Aviation Road/ ESC—Enclosed Shopping Center (Hotel, access improvements fink
and connector road fink)
Site Plan 47-2017' AMBROSIA D1 L' 518 Aviation Road (Access hnprovements)
Site Plan 48-20,17 AVIATION MALL/57'8 Av iation Road (Co nsouction of connecior roadfi-onz Mall Rin,g
Road to new hotel parcel)
SEQ�R Unlisted-coordinated Ward 2
Material Review application, narrative, site drawings of hotel and,diner access, improvements
Parcel History- Demolition permits for fanner Howard Johnson Buildings X002, 2005 &20 10;
DISC 6-2017, AV 42-20,17,, SV 6-2017(see SP 47-2017 & SP 48-2017)
Requested Action
SEQR,A — Planning Board seeks lead, agency status
Resolutions
L Planning Board lead agencystatus for S,EQRA
Project Description'
Hotel-Applicant proposes construction of a new 62,620 sq. ft. (floor area), 4 story, 92 room hotel with
associated parking, Project includes a connector road on adjoining property to Aviation Mail ring road.
Included in the project will be a lot line adjustment between 3025-1-96.1 and 302.5-1-93.1 with the ffirmer
reduced to 2.0 acres and the later to be increased to 4.31 acres. Project includes, work with Ambrosia Diner for
access as lot does not have road frontage on Route 254. Pursuant to Cha�pte:r 179-9-040 & 179-10 of the: Zoning
Ordinance, new cornmercial use in the ESC zone shall be subject to Planning Board review and approval.
Variance: Relief is sought for, setbacks,, road frontage and signage. Planning Board shall provide a
recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
Ambrosia Diner -Applicant proposes to umodify the entryway area along Aviation Road and internal access, to
Ambrosia Diner, Project includes, new alignment of dri,veway, new access for DC iner and site work, Pursuant to,
Chapter 179-9-120 of the Zoning Ordinance, amendments to previously approved site plan shall be subject to
Planning Board review and approval.
Aviation Mail -Applicant proposes, construction of a connector road that intersects Aviation Road and the mall.
The project involves disturbance of 1,6 +/- acres and a new roadway of approximately 17,500 +/- sqft. The
road will. include access, for Ambrosia.Diner and the proposed hotel and connect to the Aviation Mail ring road.
Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020 of the Zoning, Ordinance, new connector road shall be subject to Planning Board
review and approval.
Application tentative review process.,
6/20117 Planning Board Seek LeadAgency Status
6/21117 Zoning Board of Appeals consents,to P'lanning Board request for Lead.Agency
7/25/17 Meeting—Planning Board accepts lead agency., Planning Board may condtict SEQ,R and may
make refernal to Zoning Board of Appeals,
7/26/17 Zon i ng Board review variance requests for signs and area
8/1.5117 Planning Board review for site plan
F're Sprinkler systems shall cOmplY'kvith Queensbury Design, and' Construction
Standards. 1f Only water sul?'PlYfrOrn Queensbury is being utilized, a check valve
isolating,the fire system needs to be installed.
Site Plan 45-2017 "Avia fion-HOS Pitafi!L WC"
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A large tap application needs,to be applied for at the Water DepaAment, Application and
associated installation requirements are,on the Water Departments's 'webpage-
NYSDOH Backflow requirements shall be followed.
Fire Sprinkler systems shall cOrqPIY with Queensbury Design and Construction
Standards. If only water Supply from Queensbu�ry is being utilized,a,check valve
isolating the fire system needs to be installed.
0 Wastewater permit needs to be applied for at the Wastewater Department, Updated Plans
required.
o Backwater Valve needs to be installed, Manhole covers need to be pickless, An air vent
needs to be installed, Details are found on Wastewater's webpage,
Christopher T. Harrington,
Superintendent
CTH
Cc, Scott Burnar,dl, QWD Engineedng Department
File
'Town of Queensbury
Community Development Office
742 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 121804
Town of! u.ueerns uur Planning Roard
MOTION TO SEEK LEANCY STATUS IN CONNECTION WITH
SITE PLAN 45-2017,, SPECIAL USE PERMIT 10-20,17 AVIATION HOSPITALITY, LLC
AREA VARIANCE 42-2017, SIGN VARIANCE 6-2017 AVIATION HOSPITALITY, LLC
SITE PLAN 47-2017AMBROSIA DINER
SITE PLAN48-2017 AVIATIONMALL
WHEREAS, the"Towyn Planning Board is in receipt of three Site Plans,, Special Use Permit,, Area Var�iance
and Sign Variance applications for. Applicant proposes construction of a new 62,620 sq. ft. (floor area), 4
story, 92 room hotel with, associated parking. Project includes a connector road on a4:joining,PrQPerty to
AviationMallringroad. Included in.the Project will be a lot line adjustment between 302.5-1-96.1 and
302.5-1-93.1 with the former reduced to 10 acres and the later to be increased to 4,31 acres., Proje at includes,
work with Arnbrosia Diner for access as lot does,not have road frontage on Route 254. Pursuant to Chapter
179-9-040 & 1.79-10 of the Zoning Ordinance, new commercial use in the ESC one shall be subject to
Planning Board review and approval., Variance:: Relief is sought for setbacks,/road frontage and signage.
Ambrosia Diner Applicant proposes to modify the entryway area along Aviation Road and internal access to
Ambrosia Diner. Project includes,new alignment of driveway, new access for D�iner and site work. Pursuant
to Chapter 179-9-1,20 of the Zoning Ordinance, amendments to previously approved site plan shall be subject
to Planning Board review and approval,
A viation Mail Applicant proposes construction of a connector road that intersects Aviation Road and the
mall.. The project involves disturbance of'1.6 +/- acres and a new roadway of approximately 17,,5100 +/- sq,
�ft. The road will include access for ArnbrosiaDiner and the proposed hotel mid cormect to the Aviation Mall,
ring road,. Pursuant to Chapter 179-9-020 of the ,Zorinse g Ordinance, new connector road shall be subject to
Planning Board review and approval,
WHEREAS, the Plarming Board of the Town of Queensbury has determined to begin an environmental
review process, under the State Environmental Quality Review Art(SEQRA);
WHE REAS, the Planning Board of the Town of Queensbury has identified the piraj e!ct to be an.Unlisted
Coordinated action for the purposes of S.EQRA review pursuant to 6 NYCRR 617;
WHEREAS, the Plarining Board is the agency most directly responsible for approving the actions because of
its responsibility forapproving the land uses for,the property;,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RE SOLVED, The Planning Board of the Town of QueensbuTy hereby indicates
iLs desire to be Lead Agency for SISA review of this action and authorizes and directs the Zoning
Administrator to notify any other potentia,lly involved agencies of such intent.
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MOTION TO SEEK LEAD AGENCY STATUS IN CONNECTIONS WITH SITE PLAN 45-2017,,
SPECIAL USE PERMIT 10- 17 AVIATION,TION H SPITALIT ,LLC. AREA VARIANCE 42- 1,7
SIGN VARIANCE 61-21117 AVIATION HOSPITALITY,I.LCA SITE PIAN 4 -2017 MB SI
DINER; SITE I'Ia l' -2017 AVIATION MALL. Introduced by who moved I'dr its adoption,
ecanded by
According to the:resolution prepared by Stafff,
Duly adopted this 20'h day ofJune, 2017 by the following vote:
.YES
NOES:
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